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French Bob

A compact, chin-length shape with a tidy outline — the kind of bob that looks pulled-together whether you style it or let it air-dry.

Chin lengthStraight · WavyMedium daily effort

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Why it can work

The short, defined perimeter gives you a clear before-and-after without going anywhere near buzzed territory, which makes it a confident but reversible change.

Texture fit

Carries straight and wavy hair well — the blunt line holds its shape best with a flat iron or a light round-brush finish.

Daily effort and upkeep

Medium upkeep — plan a trim every 6–10 weeks to keep the line crisp, with just 5–10 minutes of daily styling since the length does most of the work.

One real trade-off

At chin length there's not much left to tie back or clip up, so hot, sweaty days or bad-hair mornings have fewer hiding options.

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